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The Word The Word is South Tyneside’s state-of-the-art attraction and cultural venue.
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The Word is South Tyneside’s brand new state-of-the-art attraction and cultural venue.

Library Walks (Sept-Oct 2026) 🚶🚶‍♀️Get active with your local library and join our final free guided walk. Running from ...
18/10/2026

Library Walks (Sept-Oct 2026) 🚶🚶‍♀️

Get active with your local library and join our final free guided walk. Running from 10 – 11am:

👉20 Oct - Boldon and Cleadon Community Library

Suitable for all to join. To book your place, call The Word on (0191) 427 1818

Join the celebration at The Word! We're marking our 10th anniversary with a fantastic programme of special events, activ...
16/10/2026

Join the celebration at The Word!

We're marking our 10th anniversary with a fantastic programme of special events, activities and exhibitions for all ages to enjoy.

Take a look at what's on and join us as we celebrate a decade of stories, learning, creativity and community ⬇️
https://theworduk.org/10-year-anniversary/

Calling all young LEGO™ brick builders!Get ready to build, create and let your imagination run wild at our free LEGO™ br...
16/10/2026

Calling all young LEGO™ brick builders!

Get ready to build, create and let your imagination run wild at our free LEGO™ brick drop in workshops.

These fun-filled workshops are the perfect opportunity to design amazing creations, make new friends and put your building skills to the test. Bring your imagination and see what you can create.

🔴 Drop in and free at The Word
📅 Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 October 2026
🕙 10am – 3.30pm
🟢 Ages: 5+ for LEGO™ and 2+ for Duplo™
▶️ https://theworduk.org/whats-on/lego-bricks-playpit-at-the-word/

Come on down and see brand new exhibition, Making The Invisible Visible.Earlier this year, lead artist Eric MacLennan wo...
16/10/2026

Come on down and see brand new exhibition, Making The Invisible Visible.

Earlier this year, lead artist Eric MacLennan worked with seven local community groups across South Tyneside, inviting people to share treasured objects and the stories behind them.

Visitors will be able to view the photographs and objects, listen to or read the hidden stories they contain, and discover the unseen links that connect our town to the wider world.

Pick up a map and explore 102 hidden places around South Shields, revealing invisible connections across the globe.

📅 9 October 2026 – 30 January 2027
📍 The Word, South Shields
🎟️ Free Entry
▶️ https://theworduk.org/whats-on/making-the-invisible-visible/

Come along and discover the remarkable stories hidden in everyday life.

We’ve got a series of exciting and creative workshops taking place across the 17 and 18 October to celebrate the 10th an...
16/10/2026

We’ve got a series of exciting and creative workshops taking place across the 17 and 18 October to celebrate the 10th anniversary of The Word.

The workshops are bookable and will be taking place in the Cookson Room. Bring your imagination and see what you can create.

▶️ Book now https://theworduk.org/whats-on/workshops-with-lego-bricks-brick-safari/

🌟 Brick Safari (Ages 5+)
🕙 10.15am to 11.15am and 1pm to 2pm
📅 17 and 18 October
Create a brick-built array of animals in this workshop – from farm animals to exotic beasts and creepy-crawlies.

🌟 Little Engineers (Ages 7+)
🕙 11.30am to 12.30pm and 2.30pm to 3.30pm
📅 17 and 18 October
Rise to the challenge with our Little Engineers sessions – build big bridges and towers!

Celebrate Green Libraries Week with a hands-on Recycled Wood creations workshop led by Tyneside Community Woodshed.Using...
15/10/2026

Celebrate Green Libraries Week with a hands-on Recycled Wood creations workshop led by Tyneside Community Woodshed.

Using recycled wood and reclaimed materials, you’ll have the chance to create something new while learning about sustainability, reusing resources, and reducing waste.

📅 24 October 2026
🕙 10:30 am - 2:30 pm
📖 The Word
🌟 Free drop-in session, no booking required
🟢 Suitable for age 8+ only: https://theworduk.org/whats-on/green-libraries-week-recycled-wood-creations-workshop/

Come and celebrate 10 fantastic years of The Word.Over the next few weeks we’ve got some creative workshops, inspiring e...
15/10/2026

Come and celebrate 10 fantastic years of The Word.

Over the next few weeks we’ve got some creative workshops, inspiring exhibitions and fun sessions.

Whether you've been visiting since day one or you're discovering The Word for the very first time, there's something for everyone ⬇️
https://theworduk.org/10-year-anniversary/

Join Hayley for a fun-filled family signing session packed with songs, dancing and movement!These themed sessions help d...
14/10/2026

Join Hayley for a fun-filled family signing session packed with songs, dancing and movement!

These themed sessions help develop language and communication skills, listening, rhythm, early phonics and physical development through interactive songs, stories, puppets and play.

📅 Last Saturday of every month* starting Oct 31
⏰ 10.15am to 11.45am

*Please note December's session will be on Sat 19th.
For information and bookings: https://theworduk.org/whats-on/tiny-tweeties-at-the-word/

Address

45 Market Place
South Shields
NE331JF

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

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+441914271818

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